1966 NSU Prinz vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1966 NSU Prinz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Skoda 440 (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Skoda 440 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1966 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Skoda 440 (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU Prinz | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | NSU | Skoda |
| Model | Prinz | 440 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |
